ACCOUNTANT ADVANCED (Accounts Receivable Accountant Advanced)

Introduction

Marylandâs Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program makes sure all workers in Maryland have paid time off for medical and family reasons. FAMLI is a social insurance system covering 2.6 million workers and 180,000 employers, delivered as a digitally native, public-facing service. Weâre in the early stages of building something as big and as far reaching as unemployment insurance or a new health department. We know that delivering services primarily through a website, over the Internet, is a new way of doing business in government. The Financial Services Directorate is responsible for establishing and maintaining an efficient financial system, including internal controls and financial procedures, for the FAMLI Division. The Financial Services Directorate safeguards FAMLI funds and other assets, manages FAMLI contributions and benefit payouts, develops financial reports, prepares budgets and projections, and supports internal and external financial audits. The Accounts Receivable Accountant Advanced performs advanced accounting and financial analysis in support of FAMLIâs Accounts Receivable operations. The position reviews and reconciles employer contribution accounts, billings, deposits, refunds, overpayments, interest, and penalties; investigates complex accounting discrepancies; prepares financial reports and journal entries; and supports financial close and audit activities. The position also assists with financial system testing, reporting enhancements, and internal controls and provides technical accounting recommendations to management. Â

GRADE

Grade 17

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 S Charles St.Â

Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to perform advanced accounting and financial analysis functions in support of the Maryland Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program''s Accounts Receivable operations. This position reviews and reconciles employer contribution accounts, billings, deposits, refunds, overpayments, interest, and penalties; prepares financial reports; supports audits; and ensures compliance with State accounting policies and FAMLI regulations. The position provides technical accounting support and recommendations to management regarding financial operations, reporting, and internal controls.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include but are not limited to:

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âPerform advanced accounting analysis and reconciliation of employer contribution accounts, accounts receivable balances, deposits, refunds, overpayments, interest, penalties, and collection activities.Â

âReviews, analyzes, and reconciles accounting transactions between FAMLI operational systems, NetSuite, banking records, and State financial systems.Â

âInvestigates complex accounting discrepancies and recommends corrective actions.Â

âPrepares adjusting journal entries and supporting documentation for management review and approval.Â

âPerforms month-end, quarter-end, and year-end accounting reconciliations and financial close activities.Â

âDevelops financial reports, account analyses, and supporting schedules for management, auditors and external stakeholders.Â

âReviews contribution, billing, collections, refund, and overpayment processes for compliance with FAMLI regulations and State accounting policies.Â

âAssists with implementation, testing, validation, and enhancement of financial systems, reports, and internal controls.Â

âProvides technical accounting guidance and recommendations to management regarding complex accounting matters.Â

âAssists with internal and external financial audits.Â

âCoordinates with Financial Services, Employer Services, and Financial Digital Services, regarding accounting and financial operations.Â

âOther related duties, as necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor''s degree in Accounting from an accredited college or university, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing.

Experience: Three years of experience examining, analyzing and interpreting accounting systems, records and reports by applying generally accepted accounting principles.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute a Bachelorâs degree from an accredited college or university with thirty credit hours in Accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by three credit hours in auditing for the required education.

2. Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1, 1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above.

3. Possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a master''s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

4. Applicants may substitute one year of professional auditing experience for one year of the required experience.

5. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the Accounting Officer classification or Financial Management specialty codes in the Accounting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.

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DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

âOne year of experience performing accounts receivable accounting, including account reconciliations, billing, payment transactions, refunds, or overpayments.Â

â One year of experience preparing financial reports, account analyses, journal entries, or supporting schedules.Â

â One year of experience performing month-end, quarter-end, or year-end financial close activities.

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â One year of experience reviewing or implementing internal controls or supporting financial audits.Â

â One year of experience using computerized accounting or financial systems and Microsoft Excel.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator''s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the MD Department of Laborâs Division of Unemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to Labor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide enough information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Unfortunately, we won''t consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as best qualified, better qualified, or qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

Please note:Â A resume and cover letter are encouraged for this position. Please upload oneWord or PDF file that includes your combined cover letter and resume using the âTranscriptâupload function, or via the JobAps âOtherâ tab. Note that the initial screening is based only on the information provided within the application.Â

All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.), must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.Â

• Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.

BENEFITS

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:

â Flexible hours and hybrid teleworkingÂ

â Paid holidays 12-13 per yearÂ

â Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)Â

â State Pension ("defined benefit" plan)

â Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)Â

âComprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free generic prescriptions, and free preventative health services

â Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and DaycareÂ

â State Employees Credit Union

To learn more, please click this link  STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM''s Helpdesk directly at (410) 767- 4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov.

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State employees do not need to submit proof of Veteransâ status.Â

If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may contact Michael Deans via email to michael.deans2@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Completed applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland Department of Labor / Office of Administration

Attn: Michael Deans 26-004549-0009

100 S. Charles Street, 5th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21201

The MD State Application Form can be found online

Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MD Labor that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.